New Colorado River Water Cuts Could Impact Yuma-Area Irrigation Districts

New Colorado River Water Cuts Could Impact Yuma-Area Irrigation Districts

For 2027 and 2028, Lower Basin states face a combined reduction of 1.25 million acre-feet of Colorado River water each year.

Colorado River cuts smaller than they seem: 5 things to know

The cuts in Colorado River water use just approved by the U.S. government will not be as big as they seem — because in some cases Arizona, Nevada and California will still be allowed to use more water than they…

Colorado River cuts won't be as big as they seem — here's why

The cuts in Colorado River water use just approved by the U.S. government will not be as big as they seem — because in some cases Arizona, Nevada and California will still be allowed to use more water than they…

Feds spare Upper Basin; states still feel water cuts pressure

The Colorado River’s Upper Basin states are not required to make mandatory water cuts that the federal government imposed on the Lower Basin.

In the Field: Federal government imposes 10-year plan on Colorado River as states fail to agree

With the current 20-year Colorado River operating guidelines set to expire at the end of this calendar year, the federal government has seized control of the river’s immediate future.

Federal Colorado River plan leaves states guessing every two year

Dire water conditions, missed deadlines and uncertainty on the Colorado River are complicating critical water decisions in California. Continue reading…